The Patagonia Women’s Capilene 4 EW ¼-Zip Hoody is a warm base layer for winter activity. The Capilene 4 is called EW for Expedition Weight, as it is the warmest in the Capilene line. The waffle grid pattern looks super cool and also has plenty of functionality. It’s soft on the inside against your skin and smooth on the outside, making it easy to slide on additional layers. The hood is close-fit and wraps around your face comfortably to keep your neck warm and ears. The drop tail can be tucked in to prevent any drafts and thumb loops to keep sleeves in place. Throw an energy gel in the chest pocket before you hit the slopes, where it’ll stay close to your body to prevent freezing. Nobody wants a gel-popsicle in frigid temps.

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FEATURES of the Patagonia Women's Capilene 4 EW 1/4-Zip Hoody

Polartec Power Dry High Efficiency fabric has a smooth face for easy layering

Please note that the measurements provided above refer to the body size, and NOT the garment dimensions.

* Patagonia inseams will vary depending on the style. When a length is provided, please refer to the coordinating inseam lengths listed below. Any exceptions to these measurements would be provided in the product features or specifications.

Short = 30" | Regular = 32" | Long = 33"

Women's Organic Cotton Jeans

X-Small

Small

Medium

Large

USA Numeric Size Conversion

00 - 2

4 - 6

8 - 10

12 - 14

Waist

24 - 26"

27 - 28"

29 - 30"

31 - 32"

Women's Gloves

X-Small

Small

Medium

Large

X-Large

Women's

-

6.5 - 7"

7 - 7.5"

7.5 - 8"

8.5 - 9"

Unisex

6.5"

7 - 7.5"

8 - 8.5"

9 - 9.5"

10 - 10.5"

Measure your hands using flexible measuring tape, and measurements should be taken around the knuckles, and NOT the thumb.

Women's Hats

SIZE

Small

Medium

Large

Adult Head Circumference

20.5 - 21.5"

21.375 - 22.75"

23 - 24.5"

One Size Fits All

-

21.5 - 23.5"

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Women's Fit Guide Details & Info

Patagonia's measurements refer to body size and NOT garment dimensions. Sorry for yelling about it.

Each Patagonia product is designed and shaped specifically for its intended use, and below are their generalized four fit descriptions, and details about each fit. The Patagonia fit for each style can be found in the product description features or specifications.

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rose from
I love this thing!!!I work in a warehouse with a bunch of guys and they always turn all the fans on in the place, so even working hard and running around I get really cold going from area to area. I practically wear this shirt everyday over a tank top for a lightweight hoodie for work. It's great! It keeps me warm without sweating even when moving boxes and physically working. I wear it hiking with a friend all the time and practically every time I've gotten cold since I got it, this is the shirt I reach for. Totally recommend this shirt. As is it a base layer it fits really tight, so if you want to wear it just as a shirt with a bit more room in it, you should probably size up. They need to make like 6 more colors because I need at least 3 more of these in my life. Also the non-stink feature works like a charm.

Date published: 2015-07-22

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lindsay from
Soft, warm, functional, awesomeness.I primarily use my Patagonia Capilene 1/4 Zip Hoody for backcountry skiing adventures. It works amazingly as a base layer that breathes and wicks well enough to keep you from getting sweaty on the up hill but traps heat on the downhill. An essential piece of my layering system FOR sure. I have done some windy tours on semi-exposed slopes in 30ish degree weather wearing just this and my bibs. I'm a muscular 140 pound, 5'9" gal and I purchased the large, which fits me perfectly. I have a normal length width, torso and I wouldn't go any smaller. My favorite part is of this piece is the hood which you can easily pull up under or over a hat or beanie and zip it up to serve as a makeshift gaitor. Orrr... if you're feeling hot and sexy you can zip it way down and rock the deep V-neck. Also, convenient storage pocket on the chest that I frequently use for my car key.

Date published: 2015-03-01

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Laura from
The ultimate thermal shirtI wish i could afford 5 of these, one for each day of the week and i would wear them all winter. I work outdoors 8 hours a day as a grounds maintenance supervisor, and a lot of my activities are prolonged exertion which makes me sweat even though it's in the 30s i never have to worry that my shirt is going to need changing after i slow down on the work and need to drive around campus on the open air Gator. I realize this is not adventure or Everest but at 20 miles an hour in a four wheeler makes for a cold winter day and i really don't want my shirt to be wet. The Capilene Expidition weight is of course very cozy and warm in addition to being dry, the softest capilene IMHO but very low profile, not high pile. The fit is ridiculously perfect, feels like it was made just for me (size M, 5'9", 135#, broadish shoulders) but if it wasn't for the price i found here, i wouldn't own the one i have as they are pricy and worth it.

Date published: 2013-12-09

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jacquelyn from
Covers your tush, runs smallI'm 5'4" 120's DD, usually wear XS or S in Patagonia. I ordered this in a M and glad I did. The M allows me to put a close fitting layer under. I like that this is a bit longer in the back, good to throw on over yoga tights to CYA. Great layering piece and I wear it year round. Very flattering, I just ordered another!